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    28 Products Reviewers Didn’t Expect To Love But Totally Did

    Life is full of surprises.

    1. Some seamless bra liners made from an ultra-soft blend of cotton and bamboo to prevent under-boob sweat stains and all the chafing and discomfort that comes with it. 

    Promising review: "I honestly wasn't expecting much from these. I am DD so I was leery about buying a medium, but the chart was right. These are so comfortable and stayed in place all day. Didn't even feel them. At the end of the day, my underboob is usually gross and sticky (live in a desert area) but with these the area was completely dry!! I was so surprised and happy!" —jerry5234

    Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in women's sizes M–XXL and in three colors). 

    2. A doctor-recommended Squatty Potty because any tough "gotta go" urges will go a little (or a lot) smoother thanks to this stool's natural colon-aligning prowess.

    a reviewer photo of the stool in front of a toilet
    a model sitting on a toilet with their feet on the squatty potty

    If you want more Squatty Potty content before making the best purchase of your life, check out our Squatty Potty review.

    Promising review: "I didn't expect to love this as much as I am! Highly recommend for anyone who has a harder time making #2. I especially love how it hides under the toilet when not in use." —Benzion Gelernter

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99. For a more ~aesthetic~ throne, splurge on the acrylic version for $79.99 or the teak wood version for $48.48

    3. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel so you can quickly remove years' (I repeat, YEARS') worth of hard calluses without endless scraping and scrubbing. 

    Just presoak your feet, apply the gel, let sit for five to 10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.

    Promising review: "This was so amazing. I was skeptical, but my feet are even softer than after leaving the nail salon. I’ve always had a hard callus on the side of my foot and it’s sooo soft now." —Keyona

    Get it from Amazon for $15.49.

    4. A concentrated allergen spray that's a quick and easy way to target allergen hot spots by reducing the presence of airborne and surface allergens from pets, mites, and more. 

    Allergy Asthma Cleaning Store is a family-owned business making safe cleaning goods for the whole family. If you suffer from pet allergies, it's recommended you spray this daily. For dust mite allergies, try three times a week.

    Promising review: "I read all the amazing reviews but remained skeptical that this could work for me. My asthma is terrible in the winter, as I am allergic to my cat and it gets worse once our heat goes on. I spray this on all of my furniture, in the air, and on my vent covers every day and I have noticed an incredible difference in my symptoms in the last few days. It’s really wild. I just got more on subscription because it’s that amazing. We still vacuum regularly and have air purifiers on but those measures still didn’t help that much until I added in this spray." —Grace Valentine

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99

    5. A patented pet hair remover if Fido's shedding is taking over your home and constantly lugging out the vacuum is getting old. This roller uses bristles, not sticky tape, to catch lint meaning you can clean and reuse it over and over and over again.

    a reviewer photo of a the ChomChom sitting on a black hoodie with the left covered in hair and the right free of hair
    a gif of a reviewer using the lint roller to pick up hair

    ChomChom Roller is a Massachusetts-based small biz creating an eco-friendly, reusable alternative to sticky lint rollers. 

    Promising reviews: "I purchased this off the recommendation of a friend and didn't have the highest of expectations. I already have a lint roller that works in this way, with the fuzzy grip, and it doesn't compare to regular lint rollers. This ChomChom however, worked better than I thought! Started it off on a few pet beds and bedspreads and was impressed with the hair removal. Definitely will keep using this!" —Beth 

    Get it from Amazon for $29.95

    6. A heated Shiatsu massage pillow for gifting yourself the next best thing after a personal masseuse. It offers soothing at-home relief from the daily aches and pains that come with having a body and being alive.

    a reviewer photo of the black massage pillow
    a reviewer photo of the massage on and illuminated red

    Fire this massage pillow up with the included power adaptor and enjoy pre-timed 20-minute sessions with auto shutoff and overheat protection!

    Promising review: "I really didn't expect much with this, but wanted to try it due to the reviews and a recommendation from an online source I trust. And, wow, was I wrong. This thing really does give a nice massage. It truly makes a difference for pain/tightness as well as general relaxation. Only thing I've ever tried that even comes close to a real massage therapist. Totally worth it." —Professional Mom

    Get it from Amazon for $59.95.

    7. A set of Bluapple freshness balls to extend their life by just existing in proximity to your produce, saving you money and unnecessary trips to the grocery store.

    on the left, a brown banana captioned
    a reviewer photo of the produce saver ball in a crisper drawer with a bunch of apples

    BluApple is a small business that was founded 2009 to help combat food waste. Just snag a refill kit and refresh your freshness ball with a new packet every three months.

    Promising review: "I didn't really expect this to work, but it was so cheap I figured it was worth a try. I can't believe a head of iceberg lettuce was still crisp after two weeks in the fridge. It's not a miracle — it did not seem to help my cilantro last longer, but if I can stop throwing away a fraction of the produce I currently toss each week, I think it's worth it." —momin8er

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.99.

    8. A painless, mint-flavored teeth-whitening pen because traditional strips are tough to use, expensive, and can leave you with teeth sensitivity that is, in my professional opinion, NO fun. With this pen you can get quick results. And the best part? No lingering sensitivity. 

    Promising review: "I'm so glad I purchased this whitening pen. I've tried several products with just OK results so I had pretty low expectations. This whitening pen gave fantastic results and was super easy to use. I didn't have any sensitivity and there was no bad taste in my mouth from it. I will be purchasing again!" —Amazon Customer

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $19.99.

    9. A budget-friendly putty primer so you can blur pores, smooth wrinkles, and get that virtually airbrushed look. Plus, this primer is mixed with squalane, which offers a whole host of hydrating skin benefits.  

    a reviewer wearing the primer and foundation
    a reviewer holding a small tub of the primer

    Promising review: "I was skeptical, but after trying it my mind is forever changed! Shrunk my pores and made them seem like they were gone forever! Apply the primer and then apply foundation. It makes my skin feel great! No bad odor and doesn't make my skin oily! I will keep using this product!" —Christy 

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99

    10. A beloved tub of pink cleaning paste that'll preform small cleaning miracles on virtually any surface in your home without endless, abrasive scrubbing that can actually end up causing damage to the surfaces underneath.

    Reviewer using it to clear up hard water stains in tub
    A customer review before and after photo showing the results of using The Pink Stuff on their stovetop

    Promising review: "I was skeptical because it was a product that was going viral on social media but it really exceeded my expectations! I had recently tiled my bathroom and had a grout haze that I was struggling to get off and The Pink Stuff made it effortless! I highly recommend this product!!" —Tink0118

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    11. A gluten- and cruelty-free lengthening mascara if you're tired of getting excited about mascaras that never live up to their promises. This one is different — or at least according to the 219,000+ 5-star reviews.

    before and after showing the mascara made their light lashes visible and lengthened
    Reviewer showing off their fluffy, full-looking lashes

    Promising review: "I was skeptical on this mascara. I have tons of mascara tubes that I try and don't like. With a price like this, I really didn't expect this to be any better. I was wrong. It has a decent and not oversized brush, goes on very smoothly, great color, and does make lashes look fuller and longer as you apply it to the degree that you want. I will buy again." —KsK

    Get it from Amazon for $4.99.

    12. A bleach-free Wet & Forget shower cleaner for not only cleaning but preventing soap scum buildup with minimal effort. Once a week, simply give your shower a spray, let it sit overnight, rinse, and — BOOM — you're done and didn't even break a sweat.

    on the left, a dirty shower labeled
    Amazon

    Promising review: "After using this product for months I'm finally writing a review. I'm too old to get on hands and knees to scrub a bathtub, and since we live in a hard water area our tub was quite dingy. I admit I was skeptical about this product, but decided it was worth a try. After giving it a chance to work with repeated applications, it really does keep our shower curtains and tub much cleaner, and with a minimum of elbow grease. (We don't have glass in our tub so I can't speak for cleaning glass.) You have to let it work over time though — don't expect to spritz it on and watch years of soap scum and calcification magically and immediately dissolve. Follow the label instructions for best results. But I'm on our third jug of this stuff, and fully intend on using it for as long as they keep making it!" —Lajitasgal

    Get it from Amazon for $19.54+ (available in two sizes and two scents).

    13. An easy-to-install magnetic stove shelf to keep all your go-to oils and spices within arm's reach while clearing up counter space for other oils and spices.

    a stove with the shelf along the top and spices sitting on it
    Amazon

    StoveShelf is a small business founded by Scott Fleming after struggling with storage space in his own small Milwaukee apartment. After a couple of beers, he quickly realized the entire top of the stove itself was wasted space, and the magnetic StoveShelf was born. 

    Promising review: "When I ordered it, I was skeptical. It just seemed too easy and I figured I could always return it if I didn't love it or if it didn't work on my really cheap stove. Wrong on both counts. This thing is genius! It works great. I live in a small house and don't have lots of storage, especially in the kitchen. This frees up so much cabinet space. I have all my bigger spice containers on it. It's really as good as the hype." —Beth Friscino

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and in six finishes). 

    14. A pack of cleaning K-Cups because the inside of your Keurig is likely coated with residue from old brews. Now you can give your machine regular deep cleans in the same amount of time it takes to make a cup o' joe. Side effects may include better-tasting coffee.

    Promising review: "Didn't expect the difference it made. Coffee much smoother. So easy to use." —James Martin

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95.

    15. A pair of incredibly versatile high-waisted leggings so you can lounge, work, work out, and go out, all in the same pair of super soft, stylish, and stretchy leggings.

    a reviewer mirror selfie of someone wearing the leggings with heels and a blazer
    a reviewer photo of someone's butt in the white leggings

    The size chart indicates that "One Size" typically fits sizes S–L, while "One Size Plus" typically fits sizes XL–XXL. Another testament to these stretchy wonders — tons of reviewers say these leggings have been by their side before, during, and after pregnancy!

    Promising review: "I was skeptical because these were cheaper leggings, but I bought them anyway and I’m about to buy a few other colors! These are the softest leggings, not see through whatsoever, and over 10/10 comfortable! I got them for everyday wear because they are just that nice looking but I will wear these to the gym as well!" —Mike Harris

    Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in one size, plus size, three styles, and 25 colors).

    16. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner that'll get rid of (and prevent) the streaks, smudges, and grubby fingerprints that are keeping your appliances from living up to the "stainless" in stainless steel.

    Therapy Clean is a family-owned small business creating safe, plant-based cleaning solutions from their very own factory in New Hampshire that just so happen to also smell amazing. 

    It also comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth!

    Promising review: "Really I didn't expect it to work — boy was I wrong. It cleaned and shined my stainless-steel fridge, no smudges, no residue, and a nice scent!" —Christine M. Vipond

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95.

    17. A flexible drain snake if you'd like some help extracting the wet woolly mammoth living in your pipes. Skip another call to the plumber and let this tool's "micro-hook" head and rotating handle achieve the 360-degree removal you're used to paying top dollar for. Just keep a barf bag nearby — you might need it.

    A model feeding the drain snake down the drain and using the handle to turn it
    a reviewer photo of the drain snake with the end covered in hair

    This pack contains a reusable handle and five single-use heads that you just remove and dispose of after handling your clogged pipes.

    Promising review: "OK, admittedly when I bought this, my expectations were not that high. I just figured if worse came to worse, it would assist with removing at least something. So, you can imagine how surprised I was when I used it on a sink I really didn't even think had any significant drainage issues, and out came a foot long mass of hairy gook!! It was truly gross. Now I am sold! I will always keep these around now. I am not excited that they are a 'one and done' kind of thing, but hopefully they can be recycled." —Nancy Baldwin

    Get a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99.

    18. A pair of compression gloves for help relieving the muscle and joint pain caused by arthritis, tendonitis, carpal tunnel, and similar conditions, so you can type that novel or crochet that scarf without all the ouchies.

    Promising review: "I'm 79 years old, and I suffer from arthritis especially in my hands. I was taking Aleve several times a day. I saw the gloves, and I really didn't expect much. Wow! These gloves take away all the pain; they are like little miracles. I purchased one box, but went back and ordered four more. They work for me. I would recommend them to anybody with arthritis of the hands." —valerie murray

    Get them from Amazon for $19.97 (available in three sizes). 

    19. A Trtl neck pillow to actually support your neck while you try to catch some mid-flight Z's. It's way less bulky than traditional travel pillows and will keep you from head bobbing onto your neighbor's shoulder.

    Promising review: "I was skeptical about this product but was embarking on a 17-1/2-hour flight and knew I would need to try to sleep. I have never found a good airplane neck pillow. This product worked so much better. When I was ready to try to sleep, I wrapped this around my neck, and somehow...next thing I knew, it was six hours later! I was able to relax my head into it, and it felt supported and snug. I will now buying them as gifts for my family and friends who travel." —Deborah A.

    Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in four colors).

    20. An immunity-boosting allergy supplement because your dog's incessant scratching is aggravating for both of you. These soft chews not only help with skin sensitivity, but deliver a dose of probiotics and other nutrients to help support immune function, digestion, and promote healthy skin.

    Before photo of a dog with a red, irritated belly
    Same reviewer's dog after taking the allergy supplements, which calmed the dog's skin and made it less red

    Promising review: "My mini Aussie has multiple allergies and scratches nonstop. He had even chewed off his hair in spots. I gave him one of these right out of the container. (Usually have to sneak meds in cheese.) I really didn't expect much, at least not right away. Within an hour or so he had stopped itching almost completely. Now he looks forward to his daily 'treat.' I had tried daily Benadryl and topical sprays and nothing comes close to this." —Jenn 

    Get 90 chews from Amazon for $28.97.

    21. An easy-to-use collagen-coating hair mask you can apply at home so it looks like your hair hasn't undergone years of abuse at the hands of bleach and blow-dryers.

    BuzzFeed editor's before and after photos showing that the cream made their hair less frizzy and more smooth
    Bek O'Connell / BuzzFeed

    Read our Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment review to learn more about why my colleague calls it "the miracle product I've been searching for."

    Promising review: "Bought this instead of Olaplex because it seemed like a cheaper alternative. Didn't have high expectations because of the price but JUST WOW. After one use my hair was shiny, soft, and NOT CRISPY anymore. It did not feel oily. Not sure how often I'm supposed to do this treatment but I think once a week should suffice. My hair hair type is straight Asian hair that has been bleached into a balayage. Did not mess up my color or anything. Hope this review helps you :)" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $7.62.

    22. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit that'll drastically *cut* down on food prep and cleanup time with interchangeable blades that can each be popped into the dishwasher.

    a reviewer photo of the chopper, attachable blades and a bin filled with chopped potatoes
    a reviewer using the chopper to dice an onion

    Promising review: "I didn't really expect a lot, because I have purchased mandolins in the past and I've not had any luck with those. But this is really cool and easy to use!" —Jan Flin

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

    23. A lemon-scented cleaning gel if spending hours wiping out keyboards, air conditioning vents, and speakers is not your idea of a good time. Just plop this gooey godsend on whatever needs cleaning and watch as it oh so satisfyingly lifts dirt and dust in a snap.

    A ball of slime that's covered in dirt and pet hair
    a model using the gel to clean a car air vent

    Promising review: "I used this to clean out the little holes on my iPhone 13. Before using it people kept telling me they could barely hear me and the voice to text and audio assistant could never understand what I was saying. I used this product for about 3–5 minutes and I didn't expect much from it. To my surprise it cleared up pretty much all the problems I was having. My phone calls are so much clearer (from what I'm told) and the voice to text works like the day I bought the phone. I can't recommended this product enough. It was more than worth the money. Plus, I can use it for so many more things. I am so happy I bought this and it worked way better then I could ever ask for." —Rob and Katie

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99.

    24. A hecka durable duck chew toy for providing your adorable-but-destructive good doggo with a toy they can't shred to pieces just five minutes after receiving it. RIP to all the toys that came before.

    buzzfeed editor's dog next to three torn-apart toys captioned
    buzzfeed editor's french bulldog chewing the duck
    AnaMaria Glavan / BuzzFeed

    Promising review: "My dog destroys every stuffed animal he can get his teeth on within five minutes of contact. I never buy stuffed toys anymore so I don't have to constantly clean up the stuffing around my house. I bought this on a whim based on the reviews, but certainly didn't expect it to last. For some reason this duck is different — I'm not sure if its the longer 'fur' or something else, but he has not even put a hole in it after a couple of weeks. I wouldn't say it's his new companion; he does greet me at the door squeaking it in his mouth, and attempts to get us to chase him to try to retrieve it, but he has not tried to rip it open to remove the squeaker, as is his norm. I'm interested to see how long it will be around!" —charrob

    For more doggone details, check out our in-depth Multipet Duckworth dog toy review.

    Get it from Amazon for $6.72.

    25. A bottle of nail and cuticle care oil you apply like a clear coat of polish to supply your nails with all the cuticle-softening, nail-strengthening nourishment they've been craving. 

    I started using this stuff recently and my nails look presentable for basically the first time ever. It's no one-time-use miracle — you have to be consistent about application. But if you are consistent, you'll be able to maintain happy, hydrated nails and cuticles with pretty minimal effort. Fun bonus: It smells absolutely delicious. 

    Promising review: "Didn't expect this to work so well, but even after just a couple of uses, it's a huge improvement in my cuticle condition. Massive help for my skin picking!" —D 

    Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in three sizes). 

    26. A pack of disposable anti-fog lens wipes because you're sick of being blinded every time you dare wear a face mask or come inside from the cold. Each individually wrapped wipe is safe to use on all kinds of treated lenses, and doubles as an on-the-go cleaner. 

    one of the individually wrapped anti-fog wipes
    a reviewer wearing fog-free goggles and a face mask

    Promising review: "I was skeptical of the anti-fog capability, but WOW!! Amazing!!! Worth every penny!! Even after not having to wear masks, they eliminate the fog caused when going from AC to hot outdoors! Love them!!" —Lisa M. Stamper

    Get a 100-pack from Amazon for $15.95

    27. These affordable wireless Bluetooth earbuds so you can listen to all your favorite audiobooks, songs, and podcasts without getting any pesky cords tangled up in your scarf and 13 clothing layers. These come with a handy travel/charging case and connect to your devices in one easy step! 

    Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical about buying these as the price was incredible, but after reading an article and the reviews I took the plunge — and I must say I'm impressed! The sound is great, the range is much farther than any of the other wireless earbuds I've had in the past! I love the recharging case and the fact that they lock into place in the holder. The fit is great, and they come with additional ear pieces to ensure that you size is included. Although I can't yet speak to battery length, I have confidence that they will last as long or longer than any others out there. So JUST BUY THEM! Edit: I have found the noise cancelling to be excellent, and the range is impressive!" —James Moses

    Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors). 

    28. A mint-flavored dry mouth spray to quickly relieve cotton mouth that's often a side-effect of medication, a health condition, or just a slack-jawed night of snoring. 

    a box of biotene dry mouth moisturizing spray
    Amazon

    Personally vetted and approved by my Grandma Joan! 

    Promising review: "I didn't think this could work. SURPRISE, IT WORKED WITHIN SECONDS. Well worth the purchase, and it lasts a long time. PERFECTLY!" —Barbara Bramson

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99

    Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.